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| Address | 700 San Jacinto Blvd | ||
| Location | At E Eighth St, Downtown | ||
| Phone | 800/THE-OMNI (843-6664), 512/476-3700 | ||
| Fax | 512/320-5882 | ||
| Web site | www.omnihotels.com | ||
| Room Information | 375 units | ||
| Prices | $239-$279 double; $299-$389 suite | ||
| Credit Cards | AE, DC, DISC, MC, V | ||
| In Room Amenities | A/C, TV w/pay movies, Wi-Fi, minibar, hair dryer, iron | ||
| Parking | Self-parking $16; valet parking $25 | ||
| Pets | Pets up to 50 lb accepted with $50 nonrefundable deposit (pet menu available) | ||
Frommer's Review
Part of the posh Austin Center office and retail complex, the Omni's 200-foot rise of sun-struck glass and steel leaves you feeling simultaneously dwarfed and exhilarated. Rooms are far less overwhelming; they're not especially large, and ceilings tend to be low. But they're comfortable enough and well equipped. If you need to hole up for a while and your company is footing the bill, your best bet is one of the condominium rooms -- studio efficiencies with full kitchens, walk-in closets, and jetted tubs. I especially like the Omni's rooftop pool, sun deck, and Jacuzzi (with terrific city views), which are a big part of the hotel's attraction. The hotel's Get Fit program gives you incentive to exercise, offering free fitness kits and healthy snacks; for $25, a treadmill will be brought to your room (inducement to leave or stay? Only you can say . . . ).
Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; heated outdoor pool; health club; Jacuzzi; sauna; car-rental desk; business center; secretarial services; Wi-Fi in public areas; shopping arcade; salon; room service; dry cleaning; club-level rooms
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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